Day-Shift Safety Partner: Patient Care & Safety

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is seeking a Safety Partner for its Nursing Resource Pool in Norfolk, VA. This full-time, day shift role focuses on patient safety by monitoring at-risk individuals and supporting the care team to prevent safety incidents.

You will work closely with a collaborative hospital team in a setting that values safety, quality and compassionate care, helping patients maintain function during their stay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Prior healthcare experience or enrollment in a health sciences program is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with keeping patients safe by sitting with patients at risk of suicide, falls, wandering, self-harm, or other risk behaviors.
• Collaborate with the care team to maintain a safe environment and support patient functioning during hospital stay.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Healthcare education or enrollment in health sciences program

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is seeking a Safety Partner for its Nursing Resource Pool in Norfolk, VA. This full-time, day shift role focuses on patient safety by monitoring at-risk individuals and supporting the care team to prevent safety incidents.

You will work closely with a collaborative hospital team in a setting that values safety, quality and compassionate care, helping patients maintain function during their stay.